Donna Freda-Hertzog RE/MAX real estate

05/31/2026

Selling your home comes with more financial perks than most people realize, and knowing what to keep track of can make a big difference come tax time 💰 If you’re thinking about selling, it’s worth having a plan in place so you’re not leaving money on the table. I always recommend looping in a trusted tax professional, but I’m here to help you understand how the selling side fits into the bigger picture. The right strategy can help you maximize your profit and move forward with confidence. Send me a message if you’re considering selling and want to map out your next steps!

05/29/2026

Move-in ready twin home in North Bethlehem for only $189,900 — sounds impossible, but it's true! This is a must-see property offering a spacious living room, dining room, and a counter eat-in kitchen. The home features 3 bedrooms, primary, walk thru, plus an office or bonus room, providing flexible space with a stand up attic. Additional highlights include gas forced-air heat, fresh paint throughout, and brand-new carpeting on the second floor. Nearly all windows are tilt-in for easy cleaning (excluding the kitchen window). Step outside and enjoy grilling and entertaining in the privacy of the fenced backyard. An oversized shed with electric and shelving provides plenty of storage space for gardening tools, hobbies, or a workshop. Seller to provide a clear c/o by settlement. Seller prefers settlement on or before June 18th. https://d-freda-hertzog.remax.com/property/28-777076-424-milton-street-bethlehem-city-PA-18018

05/22/2026

Open House Sunday May 24th 1-3pm. Move-in ready twin home in North Bethlehem for only $189,900 — sounds impossible, but it’s true! This is a must-see property offering a spacious living room, dining room, and a counter eat-in kitchen. The home features 3 bedrooms plus an office or bonus room, providing flexible space. Additional highlights include gas forced-air heat, fresh paint throughout, and brand-new carpeting on the second floor. Nearly all windows are tilt-in for easy cleaning (excluding the kitchen window). Step outside and enjoy grilling and entertaining in the privacy of the fenced backyard. An oversized shed with shelving provides plenty of storage space for gardening tools, hobbies, or a workshop. Additional photos to be posted by Friday, May 22nd. The seller will provide the city inspection report at the Open House on Sunday, May 24th, from 1–3 PM. Seller prefers settlement on or before June 18th. https://d-freda-hertzog.remax.com/property/28-777076-424-milton-street-bethlehem-city-PA-18018

05/18/2026

05/18/2026

Move-in ready twin home in North Bethlehem for only $189,900 — sounds impossible, but it’s true! This is a must-see property offering a spacious living room, dining room, and a counter eat-in kitchen. The home features 3 bedrooms plus an office or bonus room, providing flexible space. Additional highlights include gas forced-air heat, fresh paint throughout, and brand-new carpeting on the second floor. Nearly all windows are tilt-in for easy cleaning (excluding the kitchen window). Step outside and enjoy grilling and entertaining in the privacy of the fenced backyard. An oversized shed with shelving provides plenty of storage space for gardening tools, hobbies, or a workshop. Additional photos to be posted by Friday, May 22nd. The seller will provide the city inspection report at the Open House on Sunday, May 24th, from 1–3 PM. Seller prefers settlement on or before June 18th.

https://www.remax.com/pa/bethlehem-city/home-details/424-milton-st-bethlehem-pa-18018/8122267917358275316/M00000534/777076

05/16/2026

120 Things to Do This Week in the Lehigh Valley
Friday, May 15 – Thursday, May 21, 2026

The Lehigh Valley is full of ways to get out and enjoy the week, with festivals, concerts, markets, outdoor fun, family events, live entertainment, exhibits, and community favorites happening across the region.

🎉 This Week’s Highlights
🌼 Annual Spring Expo
🎶 Bomba at the Beach
🎤 Levitt Pavilion Concert Series
⚾ Cosmic Baseball at Coca-Cola Park
🛍️ Spring Into Summer Craft Fair
🍺 Cheers To 250
🎡 Northampton County Festival
🔮 Lehigh Valley Wicked Oddities Market
🍷 SangriaFest at SteelStacks
🎆 Annual Fireworks Display
🎉 Fiesta on Hamilton
🏆 FREDDY® Awards Preview Night
🎪 Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey: The Greatest Show On Earth

Plus, enjoy farmers markets, live music, theater, comedy, exhibits, family activities, bike events, movies, workshops, and more all week long.

👇 Check out the full weekly list and start planning your week:
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05/08/2026

126 Things to Do in the Lehigh Valley
Friday, May 8 – Thursday, May 14, 2026

The Lehigh Valley has a full week ahead with Mother’s Day celebrations, opening weekend fun, live music, local history, arts, outdoor activities, baseball, beer week events, and plenty of ways to get out and enjoy the season.

🎉 This Week’s Highlights
🎢 Dorney Park Opening Day
🌷 Mother’s Day Celebrations
🎻 Bethlehem Bach Festival
🏡 SOTA Show House at the John B. Shimer House
🌶️ Lehigh Valley Beer Week Chili Cookoff
⚾ Cosmic Baseball at Coca-Cola Park

Plus, explore the Bethlehem Bach Festival, IronPigs games, the Belleville Street Faire, Spring Plant Sale, Wine Under the Willows, Live in the Garden, art exhibits, comedy, concerts, family activities, and more.

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05/01/2026

📍 Things to Do in the Lehigh Valley
150 Lehigh Valley List - Friday, May 1 – Thursday, May 7, 2026

This week is packed, festivals, food, wine, beer, Bach, pickleball, comedy, live music, exhibits, and family fun are all on the calendar.

🎉 Festival, Food, Music, Arts & Culture, Active & Outdoor Fun Highlights
🌸 Bath Blooms, Brews & BBQ Festival
🍷 Food, Wine & Craft Fair at Macungie Memorial Park
🥒 Pickle Palooza Pickle Fest at Franklin Hill Vineyards
🌿 ROOTED: An Allentown Health & Wellness Festival
🍺 Lehigh Valley Beer Week Kickoff at Yergey Brewing
🍷 Spring Wine & Spirits Festival at Bear Creek
🍇 Clover Hill Vineyards & Winery 30th Anniversary Celebration
🎻 Bethlehem Bach Festival
🏡 SOTA Show House: Modern Heritage
🏓 Spring Pickleball Tournament

Whether you’re looking for a date night, a family outing, live music, local shopping, food trucks, or an excuse to leave the house wearing real pants, there’s plenty happening across the Lehigh Valley!

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04/25/2026

132 Things to Do This Week in the Lehigh Valley | April 24–30, 2026 🎉
From outdoor festivals and unique experiences to live music, theater, and hands-on events, this week in the Lehigh Valley is full of ways to get out and enjoy spring. Whether you’re sipping wine at a vineyard tradition, exploring local film, dancing the night away, or celebrating Earth Day, there’s something for everyone.

This week’s highlights:
🔥 Annual Burning of the Cuttings
🔬 Science Soiree
🎬 Lehigh Valley Filmmaker Festival
🎭 9 to 5: The Musical
👑 One Night of Queen
🎼 Music for Imaginary Movies
🌙 Glow Night Trail Ride
🧙 Wicked Maze Event Adventure
🌎 Earth Day Festival
🍻 Ci**rs International Block Party
🌿 Wicked Plant Fest
🌱 Earth Day Celebration

Get out, explore, and make the most of your week in the Lehigh Valley!
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04/20/2026

U.S. existing-home sales unexpectedly rose 1.7% month over month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.09 million, as lower mortgage rates helped boost buyer activity, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). Monthly sales increased in the Midwest, South, and West but decreased in the Northeast. Sales increased year over year in the South, but fell in the Northeast, Midwest, and West.

Data from NAR show that inventory continued to grow nationwide, ticking up 2.4% month over month and 4.9% year over year to 1.29 million units heading into March, representing a 3.8-month supply at the current sales pace. Meanwhile, home prices increased for the 32nd consecutive month, climbing 0.3% year over year to $398,000.